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Squeezed out: last accordion maker in France to close shop after 105 years | France

Its distinctive sound has provided the soundtrack for some of France's most famous cultural classics, from the dance halls of Paris to the film Amelie and the songs of Edith Piaf. Former presidents have also performed there. But it seems traditional Made in France accordion a brettel (strap accordion) After that, it was shut out […]

Paul Pogba doping ban reduced from four years to 18 months after appeal | Paul Pogba

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) announced on Friday that Paul Pogba's doping ban has been reduced from an original four years to 18 months. “The period of suspension will be 18 months from 11 September 2023,” said Cas executive director Matthew Leaveside. The France international was provisionally suspended by Italy's National Anti-Doping Agency […]

Patrick Ewing back with Knicks organization after 24 years apart

Patrick Ewing is back where he belongs. Twenty-four years after he left the Knicks for Seattle in an ill-fated trade, the Hall of Fame center has been hired as a “basketball ambassador to assist with both basketball and business operations,” the team announced Thursday. “As I said the day my No. 33 was hung in […]

It’s been 50 years — should I reach out to the one that got away?

Dear Abby: I'm a 72-year-old widow and I don't think it would be appropriate to contact my old girlfriend from college. Yes, more than 50 years later, she is married and has grown children. I'm curious what your position is on this. She lives 400 miles away from where I live, but I would love […]